Laboratory 28.
Cranial Fossae
Step 16.
Contents of the Cavernous Sinus
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With the dura mater reflected from the middle cranial fossa, identify the contents of the
cavernous sinus
Oculomotor nerve
(CN III)
Trochlear nerve
(CN IV)
Ophthalmic div. of the trigeminal nerve
(V1)
[held by forceps]
Abducens
(CN VI)
[tip of upper forceps; outer forceps hold ophthalmic nerve]
Internal carotid artery
[tip of upper forceps]
Links and References:
Grant's: 7.41
Netter: 98